- ITIDA and 500 Global are launching the third batch of Scale Up, a seven-week program for Egyptian startups from May 1 to July 10, 2025.
- The program offers mentorship, growth strategies, and investor access to help Pre-Series A and Series A startups scale efficiently.
- Participants gain networking opportunities, free office space at Creativa Innovation Hub, and post-program support.
The Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA) and 500 Global have announced a collaboration to launch the third batch of the Scale Up Program. The program will be held from May 1st to July 10th 2025.
Scale Up Program
What is it for? Scale Up is a seven-week program designed to support Egyptian startups at the Pre-Series A or Series A stages.
What is the purpose? The seven-week program aims to aid small businesses in expanding their market reach, expand customer base and streamline and scale their operations. It aims to achieve this through equipping the participants through personalized mentorship and growth-focused frameworks.
How does it work? The program aims to help startup founders gain knowledge through a structured curriculum that includes intensive growth techniques and fundraising-focused materials. In this, the founders will collaborate with specialized mentors who help them generate actionable tools and solutions to address business challenges.
Program Benefits
What are the perks? The participants will also be able to have access to 500 Global’s exclusive network of investors and partners. In addition, they will have free access to office spaces at Creativa Innovation Hub for the duration of a year.
It also aims to support startups through giving them access to 500 Global’s investment and regional teams in order to develop a tailored strategy for scalable growth. This will allow the startups to join a network of innovators and also have post-program support. This includes global opportunities, curated events and partnership opportunities through 500 Global’s programs.
Why is this important? This partnership emphasizes a commitment to fostering entrepreneurial growth and innovation in Egypt’s startup ecosystem.
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